Top-rated career coaches in New York State
Here are the leading career coaches working with professionals in New York State. Each has been assessed for expertise, clear communication, and a strong track record of client success.
Michelle Hillier
Self-discovery Coach
As a TEDx speaker, educator, and published author, I've spent over two decades helping people unlock their hidden potential through movement, creativity, and radical self-discovery. From captivating large crowds to intimate coaching sessions, I've helped millions reclaim their power and move beyond their limits. I'm all about creating safe, transformative spaces for people to reconnect with their inner flame.
Jillian Harris
Creative Industries Coach
Jillian is a coach and strategist who supports individuals through periods of personal and professional change. Drawing on psychology, systems thinking, creative practices and somatics she helps clients clarify direction, navigate the messy unknowns with grace, and design careers that feel aligned, resilient, and meaningful.
Dr John O'Dwyer
Leadership Coach
Leadership consultant, author, educator, and creator of the GettingItDone Toolkit. Known for blending practical wisdom, academic rigour, and humour, he helps teams and executives align vision, execution, and culture to deliver measurable results.
Sasja Winkels
Career Transition Specialist
Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career? Unsure which direction will truly energize you? I support professionals in finding the right career path and turn that into a realistic plan, so they can move forward with confidence, purpose, and momentum. With a background in HR and certifications in transformative coaching and yoga, I combine a holistic approach with very practical support. Once your direction is clear, we work on the steps that make change happen: building self-trust and resilience, removing inner and outer obstacles, and taking consistent action. 💼 And because clarity alone isn’t enough, I also support you with proven job-market strategies: creating a standout personal brand (CV, LinkedIn, USP), leveraging networking to access opportunities, crafting strong applications, and interview training that helps you stand out. ♥️ If you’re ready to step into a more fulfilling career, let’s talk! 🌐 You can read more about me and my coaching on my website: www.sasjazwinkels.com.
Working in New York State
Employment Landscape
Job seekers across New York State face a complex and competitive environment in early 2026. The public sector is actively hiring through the “You’re Hired” initiative, which has already generated over 1,300 applications and more than two dozen hires across roles in healthcare, IT, engineering, and legal services, drawing talent displaced by recent federal workforce cuts. In New York City, growth is most visible in healthcare and social assistance—especially home health and family services—even as higher‑wage sectors like finance and professional services remain sluggish. Meanwhile, the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors are attracting significant attention. Programs like Green CHIPS, ON‑RAMP training centers, and POWER UP are driving investments and infrastructure development upstate. At the same time, laid‑off workers face mounting pressure from rising taxes aimed at funding universal childcare, potentially increasing the cost of living. Overall, opportunities exist—but candidates must navigate a shifting economy marked by both strategic investment and localized instability.
Dominant Industries
Typical Roles
Hiring Patterns
Hiring is strongest in healthcare, social services, and biotechnology, particularly in both urban healthcare networks and emerging biotech clusters in Manhattan and Long Island. Upstate, advanced manufacturing tied to semiconductor investment is generating new roles. Conversely, information, construction, and entertainment continue to contract, and growth in finance remains cautious despite pockets of AI‑related hiring.
"Searching for work in New York right now means balancing real openings in health, public service, and chip‑making against slow recovery in higher‑pay sectors and rising costs. Quantum‑level effort is required just to stay above water."
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Michelle Hillier
Self-discovery Coach
As a TEDx speaker, educator, and published author, I've spent over two decades helping people unlock their hidden potential through movement, creativity, and radical self-discovery. From captivating large crowds to intimate coaching sessions, I've helped millions reclaim their power and move beyond their limits. I'm all about creating safe, transformative spaces for people to reconnect with their inner flame.
Jillian Harris
Creative Industries Coach
Jillian is a coach and strategist who supports individuals through periods of personal and professional change. Drawing on psychology, systems thinking, creative practices and somatics she helps clients clarify direction, navigate the messy unknowns with grace, and design careers that feel aligned, resilient, and meaningful.
Dr John O'Dwyer
Leadership Coach
Leadership consultant, author, educator, and creator of the GettingItDone Toolkit. Known for blending practical wisdom, academic rigour, and humour, he helps teams and executives align vision, execution, and culture to deliver measurable results.
Sasja Winkels
Career Transition Specialist
Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career? Unsure which direction will truly energize you? I support professionals in finding the right career path and turn that into a realistic plan, so they can move forward with confidence, purpose, and momentum. With a background in HR and certifications in transformative coaching and yoga, I combine a holistic approach with very practical support. Once your direction is clear, we work on the steps that make change happen: building self-trust and resilience, removing inner and outer obstacles, and taking consistent action. 💼 And because clarity alone isn’t enough, I also support you with proven job-market strategies: creating a standout personal brand (CV, LinkedIn, USP), leveraging networking to access opportunities, crafting strong applications, and interview training that helps you stand out. ♥️ If you’re ready to step into a more fulfilling career, let’s talk! 🌐 You can read more about me and my coaching on my website: www.sasjazwinkels.com.
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